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Evening With The Stars Highlights Past, Present, FutureNASA Glenn’s “An Evening With the Stars” program celebrated the culmi-nation of Glenn’s 75th Anniversary and welcomed the next phase of the center’s history: 76 and Beyond— Shaping the World of Tomorrow.

The Ohio Aerospace Institute coordi-nated sponsorship for the event with more than 30 companies, universities and organizations.

Held at the Cleveland Museum of Art, Sept. 20, the third annual event fea-tured presentations by Glenn staff and a networking reception aimed at rais-ing the center’s visibility throughout Northeast Ohio.

Center Director Dr. Janet Kavandi thanked several key people for their continued support and help in putting

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Presenter Susan Motil shares details on Glenn’s current work in the Orion Program.

Center Earns Historic District DistinctionNASA Glenn continues to celebrate its contributions to the nation during its 75th Anniversary year. On Oct. 5, the center hosted a Historic District Marker Dedication Ceremony to recognize a central area within Lewis Field desig-nated as the Lewis Field Historic District (LFHD).

The event featured remarks from Glenn’s senior leaders, a video presentation on the “Evolution of a Historic District,” and a dedication of newly placed historic district markers. Representatives from the Ohio Historic Preservation Office and Ohio History Connection attended the ceremony.

“The historic district honors the dedication of past leaders such as George Lewis and Abe Silverstein and acknowledges the accomplishments of the many scientists, engineers, technicians and staff that made these advances possible,” said Associate Director Janet Watkins. Continued on page 2

Associate Director Janet Watkins, left, and Director of Facilities, Test and Manufacturing Directorate Tom Hartline, right, join Ohio History Connection (OHC) Representative Becki Trivison (holding OHC certificate) in front of one of the historical markers.

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In This IssueStrengthening Cyberspace 2Carr Leads Diversity ..................... 2

Del Rosario Heads Aeronautics .. 3Experiments on ISS ...................... 5

Issue Resolution Help .................. 5Plum Brook Reunion .................... 8

Cyber Security Ensures Our Mission SuccessToday’s world is more interconnected than ever. Cyber advancements help us to be more efficient and effective in our daily lives and mission opera-tions, but impart increased risk of theft, fraud and abuse. In observance of October National Cyber Security Month, Glenn’s Cyber Security Awareness Day provided many examples of these risks. As we become more dependent on in-formation technology and computer network systems for essential operations, we must also increase our awareness of cyber vulnerability. Strengthening the security and resilience of cyberspace must be an integral part of our mission. Our success depends on our awareness and ability to address cyber risks.

Cyber security is our shared responsibility.

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Carr Leads Diversity, Equal OpportunityAretha L. Carr has been selected to the position of direc-tor, Office of Diver-sity and Equal Op-portunity, effective May 29.

“Aretha has more than 26 years of rel-evant skills and significant experience developing agency level policy, imple-menting diversity strategy, serving as a consultant to leadership, and working with advisory groups,” said Center Director Dr. Janet Kavandi.

Prior to joining Glenn, Carr held leader-ship positions as staff director, Director, Diversity and Inclusion at the Defense Logistics Agency Headquarters; direc-tor, Equal Opportunity and Diversity, at the Joint Improvised Threat Defeat Organization; and deputy director, Intel-ligence Community EEO Outreach and Services for the Office of the Director of National Intelligence.

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Les Main, Glenn’s Historic Preserva-tion officer, said the LFHD’s period of significance is from 1941 to 1972. It encompasses a time of individual re-search and development that led to the successful completion of the Apollo project, including placing a man on the moon. The period also includes the cen-ter’s planned development reusing the semicircular roadway from the air races parking lot and architecture closely relat-ed to international style. These features

are associated with the early develop-ment of several facilities on Walcott and Taylor roadways. The research and architecture together give justification of the Historic District boundary line.

As part of the Ohio History Connec-tion’s Ohio Open Doors program, the center hosted its first series of three LFHD tours on Sept. 17, which fea-tured Lewis Field’s National Historic Landmark, the Zero Gravity Research Facility. The Ohio Open Doors program

commemorated the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 by highlighting landmarks that inspire pride in Ohio’s amazing heritage.

Architect Crystal Montgomery, Facili-ties Division, has worked diligently with Main for several years to develop this significant historic distinction. Links to the map and video will be promoted on Today@Glenn as they become available. By Doreen B. Zudell

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Left to right, Becki Trivison, Ohio History Connection; Joy Williams and Diana Welling, Ohio Historic Preservation Office; and Joe Morris, Crystal Montgomery and Les Main, Glenn Facilities Division, pose by one of the Ohio Historical Markers shortly after the unveiling ceremony.

Glenn Researcher Nancy Hall, center, provides highlights of Glenn’s National Historic Landmark, the Zero Gravity Research Facility, to visitors during the Ohio History Connection’s Ohio Open Doors tours.

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Dr. Ruben Del Rosario Named Director of Aeronautics Dr. Ruben Del Rosario joins the ranks of Senior Executive Service as Director of Glenn’s Aeronautics Directorate, ef-fective Oct. 16. Prior to this appoint-ment, Del Rosario amassed extensive leadership experience managing aero-nautics research programs and govern-ment test facilities and infrastructure.

Del Rosario previously served as man-ager of the Advanced Air TransportTechnology Project (formerly FixedWing Project) in NASA’s Advanced Air

Vehicle Program of the AeronauticsResearch Mission Directorate. He over-saw the project’s portfolio (up to $90

million per year) across NASA’s four re-search centers, partnering with indus-try, academia and other government organizations to help define the na-tion’s overall strategy for research and development of subsonic aircraft. Del Rosario also served as deputy manager for the Subsonic Sector of the NASA Vehicle Systems Program and project engineer for the Propulsion Element of the NASA Advanced Subsonic Trans-port Program.

“Ruben brings notable Glenn experi-ence over his 25-year NASA career, including serving as chief, Facility

Management and Planning Office, responsible for Glenn research and development ground test facil-ities supporting aeronautics and space mission programs,” said Center Director Dr. Janet Kavandi. “Please join me in welcoming Ruben and supporting him in his new position.”

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together the event. Other speakerincluded Director of DevelopmentThe Cleveland Museum of Art, DianeStrachan; President and CEO, OhioAerospace Institute, Jeffrey Rolf; andChairman, Ohio Aerospace and AviationCouncil, Dr. Carlos Grodinski. NASAAdministrator Charlie Bolden sena congratulatory video.

“Tonight, you’ll hear a little bit abouour past,” Kavandi said. “But, moreimportantly, you’ll hear about the research we’re conducting and technologies we’re developing, today, to solvethe challenges of the future.”

Three of Glenn’s rising stars—AmHiltabidel, Susan Motil and Dr. JameHeidmann—captivated the audiencewith presentations on technologicaachievements that centered on Glenn’75th Anniversary theme: “Our Past, OuPresent, Your Future.”

Our Past: Hiltabidel, the licensingmanager for NASA Glenn’s Technoogy Transfer Office, highlighted severamodern conveniences we have come torely on in everyday life that had theigenesis in NASA technologies.

Our Present: Motil, manager of theEuropean Service Module Integration Office for the Orion Program, offered an inside look at the testing that is tak-ing place at Glenn’s Plum Brook Station Space Power Facility. She discussed the

current testing, what is on the horizon and what it means for Glenn, and the future of deep space exploration.

Your Future: Heidmann, acting man-ager of NASA’s Advanced Air Transport Technology Project, shared NASA’s vi-sion for the aircraft of the future. He put a spotlight on NASA’s pioneering tech-nology in developing alternative air-frames and propulsion systems to make air travel greener and quieter around the world.

In closing remarks, Kavandi said the presenters are examples of the kind of people that drive Glenn’s cutting-edge research and technology development.

“NASA’s accomplishments, past, pres-ent and those in the future, are the accomplishments of people,” she said. “And, people, like those you’ve met tonight, are NASA’s most valuable resource.”

By Doreen B. Zudell

Presenters Hiltabidel, left, Motil, center, and Dr. Heidmann share highlights on Glenn's past, present and future.

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Glenn leaders informally network with representatives from various companies, universities and organizations.

GRC-2016-C-08094 Photos by Rami DaudDr. Kavandi welcomes guests and thanks several key people for their support in putting together the event.

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News and Events

Day Focuses on Cyber Security Awareness

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O’Neil and George Crawford, Glenn’s Counterintelligence lead special agent, participate in a Q&A session.

Brian O’Neil, from the U.S. Secret Service, headlined Glenn’s 2016 Cyber Security Awareness Day, Oct. 5. He explained how domestic and foreign agencies collaborate to deter known perpetrators and opportunities for

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malicious cyber attacks. Sponsoreby Glenn’s Office of the ChieInformation Officer (CIO), the evenoffered employees a sobering look acybercriminal activity and necessartraining to reduce cyber risks. GlenCIO, Sean Gallagher, discussed thcenter’s latest efforts to maintain cybevigilance. Additional presentationfrom Glenn’s CounterintelligencOffice and Export Control focused on best practices and NASA procedures for avoiding theft of sensitive/classified material while on travel.

Plum Brook Shakes Up Orion Test Article

Engineers at Plum Brook Station re-cently finished a series of tests on a full-size test version of Orion’s service module to verify that it can withstand the vibrations it will experience when it launches and travels into space atop the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. The 13-ton service module, pictured, is an essential part of the spacecraft. It will propel, power and cool Orion in addition to providing air and water for the crew. For more information on this test, visit http://go.nasa.gov/2e0g0kH.

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Glenn Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

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NASA’s Johnson Space Center Director Dr. Ellen Ochoa was the featured speak-er for Glenn’s Hispanic Heritage Month Observance, Sept. 29. Ochoa, a veteran astronaut of four space flight missions, related this year’s theme “Hispanic Americans: Embracing, Enriching, and

Enabling America” to life experiences leading to a rewarding career with NASA. Coordinated by Glenn’s Hispanic Advisory Group (HAG), the celebration also included lunch with Dr. Ochoa, center, pictured with several Glenn senior managers and HAG members.

Combined Federal Campaign Upcoming EventsPlum Brook Station FestivalWednesday, Nov. 911 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Multicultural Day and International Food FairThursday, Nov. 1711 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Keynote address: 12 to 12:30 p.m.

Pancake Breakfast and Baked Goods AuctionThursday, Dec. 87:30 to 9:30 a.m.Bldg. 15 Cafeteria

Baked Goods Auction: 9 to 9:30 a.m.

“55% is SWEET!” Participation IncentiveOrganizations with atleast 55 percent par-ticipation in 2016 CFCwill receive home-made baked goods at one staff meeting. Several organizations have already exceed-ed 55 percent!

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Experiments Take Residency on ISSThe Cygnus spacecraft lifted off on its resupply mission to the International Space Station (ISS), Oct. 17, carrying with it three experiments designed at NASA Glenn: Aerosol Sampling Experi-ment, Cool Flames Investigation and Spacecraft Fire Experiment-II (Saffire-II).

The Aerosol Sampling Experiment is the first air quality experiment to oper-ate on the space station. It will provide data on the quantity and size of inhalable particles in the space station’s ambient air. High concentrations of inhalable particles can cause the crew respira-tory and eye irritation. This experiment will improve understanding of cabin air quality and lead to enhanced air quality monitoring systems for future missions.

Cool Flames is an investigation into a phenomenon where some types of fuels initially burn very hot and then appear to go out, but actually continue to burn at a much lower temperature with no visible flames. Understanding cool flame combustion helps scientists develop cleaner, more efficient engines and fuels.

Saffire-II is the second in a series of experiments to ignite a large-scale fire inside an empty Cygnus resupply vehi-cle, after it leaves the space station, to improve understanding of fire growth in microgravity and safeguard future space missions.

For more information about the mission, visit http://www.nasa.gov/orbitalatk.

By Jan Wittry

Glenn researcher, Marit Meyer, holds an active sampler that is part of the Aerosol Sampling Experiment.

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Ombuds Aid in Issue Resolution

Do you have an issue or concern and are unsure who to call to obtain a resolution? Sometimes an informal chat about workplace issues can achieve more than trying to span formal channels of communication.

The Glenn Ombudsman Program provides employees with a confi-dential and informal place to raise concerns they might have regarding safety, organizational performance or mission success. This program complements the center’s formal processes and provides an alterna-tive to be heard and pursue options for issue resolution.

Harvey Schabes and Gwynn Severt have recently been selected to serve as Glenn Ombuds. They join Marsha Nall, who has served as a center Om-buds since January 2014.

Contact Nall (3–5374), Schabes (3–5309) or Severt (3–8310) to arrange a time to get together at a comfort-able location. For more informa-tion on the Ombuds Program, see http://ombuds.grc.nasa.gov.

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Trending With Tech TransferTechnology Poised to Transform Aerospace IndustryNASA Glenn recently signed nonexclu-sive commercial licensing agreements with Imitec, Inc. of Schenectady, New York, and Jetoptera, Inc. of Mason, Ohio.

The license with Imitec includes the development, manufacturing and dis-tribution of a new resin transfer mold-able polyimide (RTM–370) to end users, who will use the new material to make high-performance components, primar-ily for aerospace applications.

The license with Jetoptera, Inc. includes use of Glenn’s breakthrough SiC-SiC ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) in the engines and other propulsion

system components of unmannedaerial vehicles (UAVs) and passengeraircraft. This license agreement wilsignificantly increase the use of theGlenn-developed “Sylramic-iBN” SiCfiber, which forms the reinforcemenof these CMCs.

If you want to learn more about licensing, or if you are working on a technology with potential applications beyonda NASA mission, please contact AmyHiltabidel at grc-techtransfer@mailnasa.gov.

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Glenn Contributions to Successful Use of ISS RewardedKirk Shireman, International Space Sta-tion (ISS) Program manager, and Julie Robinson, ISS chief scientist, visited Glenn, Aug. 25, to recognize the collec-tive contributions by Glenn personnel for the continued safe and efficient op-eration of the ISS.

Shireman and Robinson presented cer-tificates for the Space Flight Awareness (SFA) Team Award to team representa-tives that cited, “for exceptional per-formance and dedication in the devel-opment, delivery and safe operation of research experiments and technology demonstrations, the return of signifi-cant research data from those inves-tigations, and the sustainment of the Electrical Power Systems (EPS) on the International Space Station from 2010 through 2014.”

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Robinson and Shireman, far left, front and back row, respectively, pose with Glenn personnel for the SFA Team Award.

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Cost Analysis AwardsGlenn’s Betsy Turnbull and Jon Drexler were recognized for outstanding service during NASA’s Cost Symposium, hosted by NASA Glenn, Aug. 23 to 25. Turnbull received the agency’s Cost Estimating Rising Star Award and Drexler received the Cost Estimating Team Award. Center Director Dr. Janet Kavandi was the keynote speaker for the symposium that gathered 130 participants from the agency’s esti-mating and analysis community to exchange ideas, best practices, methodologies and lessons learned.

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NASA Chief Financial Officer, David Radzanowski, presents the awards to Turnbull and Drexler.

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Dr. Tibor Kremic has been selected chief, Space Science Project Office, Space Flight Systems DirectorateKremic has acquired significanspace science leadership experiencas assistant division director for the NASA Headquarters Planetary Science Division and most recently as Glenn’s senior science manager in Code MA.

Dr. Jeffrey P. Moder has been selected chief, Engine Combustion Branch, Re-search and Engineering Directorate. Moder has extensive leadership expe-rience within NASA’s aeronautics and space propulsion programs. Among them, technical lead for Analysis Tools under the Cryogenic Propellant Storage and Transfer and Evolvable Cryogenics projects and for Combustion under the Aeronautical Sciences and Transforma-tional Tools and Technologies projects.

Congratulations NASA Glenn!For the second year in a row, the Commission on Economic Inclusion, a program of the Greater Cleveland Partnership (GCP), has selected NASA Glenn as its 2015 “Best-in-Class” award winner in the Supplier Diversity government/nonprofit organization category. Center Director Dr. Janet Kavandi accepted the award during a ceremony at GCP’s annual meeting, Sept. 7. The award is based on survey results from commis-sion members who participated in the Commission on Economic Inclusion’s 2015 Employees Survey on Diversity. The sur-vey measures three critical aspects—CEO commitment, managers’ accountability and business outcomes—of a successful diversity and inclusion strategy.

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More Than a MemoryLouis J. Chelko, 95, a 1978 retiree with 34 years of service,died Sept. 8. Chelko was a veteran of World War II who joinedNACA in 1944 as a mechanical engineer. He tested fuel mix-tures to enable the P47 Thunderbolt piston engine to fly athigher attitudes during wartime. He also worked on jet pro-pulsion and rocket engine noise reduction. After retiring, hereturned as a contractor to support NASA’s collaboration ona state-of-the-art ground communication center for militarysatellites.

Robert J. Freedman, 72, a 2007 retiree with 39 ½ years of ser-vice, died Aug. 19. He was an electrical engineer and memberof NASA Lewis’ Propulsion Systems Integration Group. He wasrecognized for supporting Allison’s LlFTFAN nozzle develop-ment inside the Aero-Acoustic Propulsion Laboratory criticalto the Joint Strike Fighter program. As a member of the 8×6Laser Velocimeter Team, he was recognized for installing anddesigning the laser system for use with propellers as part of theAdvanced Turboprop Project.

David Kuivinen, 80, a 1992 retiree with 32 years of service,died Sept. 16. Kuivinen was a veteran of World War II whojoined NASA after completing a chemistry degree. He retiredfrom the Office of Environmental Programs where he was rec-ognized for his dedication to assuring a healthful environmentfor employees. He managed the Asbestos Abatement Programas a member of the Environmental Health Team and providedcommunications support to the Hazardous Chemicals Office.He was also the Area 6 Safety Committee chairman.

Paul F. Riedel, 84, a 1992 retiree with 40 years of federal ser-vice, died July 31. Riedel was a U.S. Army veteran of the KoreanConflict who retired as deputy branch chief of the Photograph-ic and Printing Branch. He was a prolific still photographer andmentor who won the agency’s 1985 Energy Awareness Weekphoto contest, “America’s Energy Picture.” Using a speciallens, he captured a majestic view of three 200-kilowatt windturbine systems that NASA installed and managed acrossthe country.

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CorrectionsThe following errors were found in the October 2016 AeroSpace Frontiers Honor Awards section – page 6, first column: Patrick Spanos citation; and page 8, second column: The “Fleet Management and Transportation Team” citation. On page 9, the Diversity Leadership Award was inadvertently listed twice, citing the 2016 and 2015 winners. The 2016 recipient is the “GRC Higher Education University Affairs Team.” An updated version of this issue can be found online at http://www.nasa.gov/centers/glenn/news/AF/index.html.

RetirementsMichael Hathaway, Turbomachinery and Turboelectric Systems Branch, Pro-pulsion Division, retired Sept. 30, 2016, with 34 years of service.

Annie Delgado-Holton, Integration Of-fice, Safety and Mission Assurance Di-rectorate, retired Sept. 22, 2016, with 16 ½ years of service.

Steven Johnson, Power Architec-ture and Analysis Branch, Power Di-vision, retired Oct. 15, 2016, with 31 years of service.

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CalendarFEHB OPEN SEASON HEALTH FAIR: The Office of Human Capital Manage-ment will host a Federal Employee Health Benefit (FEHB) Open Season Health Fair on Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Upper Level of the Main Café. POC: Rhonda Billick, 3–6286.

GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE: The next on-site Red Cross Blood Drive takes place on Wednesday, Nov. 16 and Thursday, Nov. 17, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. in the Administration Building Audito-rium. POC: Rhonda Billick, 3–6286.

RETIRED WOMEN’S LUNCHEON: The next NASA Retired Women’s Lun-cheon is Thursday, Nov. 17, at 1 p.m., at O’Charley’s Restaurant, 8913 Pearl Road, Strongsville. Contact Gerry Ziemba at gto64gerry@yahoo.com or 330–273–4850.

DECEMBER SIREN TESTING: The Emergency Management Office staff will conduct the Lewis Field outdoor “voice” test at Buildings 100 and 302 on Wednesday, Dec. 7. An audible siren test focusing on the “Emergency Con-dition” tone will be held at Lewis Field on Saturday, Dec. 3. POC: Allen Turner, 3–6826.

IFPTE LOCAL 28, LESA MEETING: LESA will hold its next membership meeting, Wednesday, Dec. 14, noon, in the Glenn Employee Center’s Small Dining Room.

National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationJohn H. Glenn Research Center at Lewis Field21000 Brookpark Road Cleveland, Ohio 44135www.nasa.govAeroSpace Frontiers is an official publication of Glenn Research Center, National Aeronautics and Space Administration. It is published the second Friday of each month by the Office of Communications & External Relations in the interest of the Glenn workforce, retirees, government officials, business leaders and the general public. Submit short articles and calendar items via e-mail to the editor: doreen.b.zudell@nasa.gov or 216–433–5317.

December 2016 Calendar section deadline: Nov. 18, noonNews and feature stories require additional time

Editor: Doreen B. Zudell, ATSAssistant Editor: S. Jenise Veris, ATSManaging Editor: Kelly R. DiFrancesco

Read AeroSpace Frontiers online at http://www.nasa.gov/centers/glenn/news/AF/index.html

Plum Brook Reunion More than 150 former Plum Brook Station (PBS) civil servants and support service contractors and their families socialized and reminisced at PBS’s seventh reunion, Sept. 24. Retirees Bill Brown, Al Buggele, Jack Crooks, Jim Hurst, Harry McCune and Hank Pfanner, coordinated the day’s activities. Following welcoming remarks, PBS Deputy Director Dave Taylor updated attendees on the station’s role in supporting current and future NASA missions, including the Journey to Mars. Reunion highlights included a catered luncheon, alumni photo, tour of facilities and NASA souvenirs for purchase through the NASA Glenn Exchange. GRC-2016-C-07839

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